It’s finally cooling down, and Hong Kongers are not afraid to go outside anymore. There’s so much to see and do in October, with a long list of events to choose from, despite recent cancellations. It’s time to jump in Victoria Harbour, attend two rockin’ music festivals, wave your flag at a pretty-in-pink LGBT+ fun fest, and a fine arts event. And don’t forget – it’s Halloween time! Have you got your costume yet?
Here’s our round up of the best Hong Kong events taking place this October:
Ink Asia & Fine Art Asia
Ink Asia prides itself on being the world’s first art fair solely dedicated to promoting the appreciation of the unique medium of ink art, which traditionally in China was painted on rice paper. Ink Asia is once again being run alongside Fine Art Asia 2019, the region’s leading international fine art fair, with a collection of treasures that spans 5,000 years.
Fine Art Asia 2023
Pink Dot
One of the most prominent LGBT+ events in Hong Kong is back, with an exciting free carnival and loads of live music and entertainment, all in support of love, diversity and equality in the S.A.R. The action takes place once again at the scenic West Kowloon Art Park, where there will be three stages with lots of different shows and entertainment. As a bonus, entrance is free!
Pink Dot
Shi Fu Miz
When something is nice, best to do it twice, and Shi Fu Miz is back for a second two-day event of music, art, culture and eco-fun this October. Sai Yuen Farm on Cheung Chau Island is a unique venue, and you can stay for a day, or better yet, overnight in one of their geodesic domes to party til the sun comes up.
Shi Fu Miz Festival
New World Harbour Race
It’s not every day that thousands of people jump into one of the busiest harbours in the world to compete in a swimming race. The New World Harbour Race takes place in the beautiful Victoria Harbor, where swimmers race from the Tsim Sha Tsui Public Pier to the Golden Bauhinia Square Public Pier in Wan Chai, with the incredible Hong Kong skyline as a backdrop.
New World Harbour Race
Lan Kwai Fong Halloween
Halloween may not be part of the Chinese culture, but on October 31 you can bet that there’s one place that’s having the biggest, wildest costume parties this side of the globe: Lan Kwai Fong. There’s lots and lots of foot traffic at this huge street party, so don’t be a party pooper—be sure to dress up and have fun!
Lan Kwai Fong Halloween Street Party
Cancellation of major events in October
Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival
Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival 2023
National Day Fireworks
National Day Fireworks
Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open
Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open 2019
Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon 2019
Hong Kong Cyclothon
Rotten Head Festival
Rotten Head Music & Craft Beer Festival
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German Bierfest 2019
Find out what’s on all year long by visiting our events calendar.
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